Remember Me Photos: Robert Pattinson, Allen Coulter, Emilie de Ravin (top); Pierce Brosnan, Ruby Jerins (middle); Chris Cooper, Emilie de Ravin (bottom)
We got a huge response to the Remember Me review snippets posted yesterday. So, here are a few more culled today from various publications. Starring Robert Pattinson and Emilie de Ravin, Remember Me was directed by Allen Coulter from a screenplay by Will Fetters. Also in the cast: Pierce Brosnan, Chris Cooper, and Lena Olin.
"Consensus: Its leads are likeable, but Remember Me suffers from an overly maudlin script and a borderline offensive final twist." Rotten Tomatoes
"Twilight heartthrob Robert Pattinson seems to have found a better vehicle for his angst-ridden style of acting. Those who relish him as a lovesick bloodsucker will surely take issue, but until Remember Me, his best acting job was as Cedric Diggory in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Pattinson was woefully miscast as Salvador Dali in last year's Little Ashes, but playing a contemporary, brooding and lost young man in Remember Me shows that he has more range than is visible in his one-dimensional role as a sexy vampire." Claudia Puig in USA Today.
"Anything can happen at any time. The quote 'life is full of surprises' is a popular one because it's true, and it's not often in filmmaking a movie is able to capture the essence of that quote and give it true meaning. Remember Me manages to do just that, using well developed characters in a story that, admittedly, is rather generic. But the story is only a starting point as first-time screenwriter Will Fetters and director Allen Coulter (Hollywoodland) are much more interested in the idea of living your life to the fullest because you never know what's around the corner, which ultimately outshines the relatively simple and predominately cliched plot." Brad Brevet at Rope of Sillicon.
"There's an insult-to-injury quality to a plain bad movie with a 'seize the day' message (Remember Me's tagline: 'Live in the Moments'), which heckles you with all the other things you should or could be doing while you're marking time waiting on the credits, wondering if the movie will ever end. Well, it does—oh, mama, does it ever, with a crazy long bomb heave toward epochal significance. (Far be it from me to spoil the surprise; let's just say Robert Pattinson dies in 9/11.)" Nick Pinkerton in the LA Weekly.
"Remember Me represents Robert Pattinson's attempt to prove he can do more than sparkle like a faux vampire, but the case he presents is not convincing. He spends most of the movie trying to channel James Dean. Dean may have been overrated, but he had talent, charisma, and swagger. Pattinson seems to lack the first two qualities and he may be faking the third. (Although that, in and of itself, would be a form of acting.) He spends most of this movie brooding, which allows him to work on his scowl. To be fair, some of Pattinson's low-key scenes with his female co-star, Lost's Emilie de Ravin (who is delightful) are nicely done, but the actor fails to impress when sharing the screen with the likes of Chris Cooper and Pierce Brosnan. The word 'lightweight' seems entirely appropriate as a description of this leading man." James Berardinelli at Reel Views.
"Solid romantic dramas are precious these days. Few and far between, like something on the verge of extinction. Rarity like that breeds cynicism, especially when the merits of a “solid romantic drama” are decided by some of the most cynical people in the entire world – movie critics. So it is that despite the middling reviews and unnecessarily cult-like Robert Pattinson fandom, Remember Me, directed by the very capable Allen Coulter (Hollywoodland), is a simple, well-made love story about two young, tortured souls and the families that torture them." Dan Mecca at The Film Stage.
"Family tragedy, cruel twists of fate, and wild gesticulations from Pattinson, de Ravin, Brosnan, and, as Ally's father, Chris Cooper , fuse into a turbulent storm of angst. Shot in New York and keen on the details of the city's social order (rich and privileged Manhattanites, Queens working-class members, what-me-worry? college kids), Remember Me is charged up with stormy melodrama. Pattinson's various fan contingents should eat it up, and if you don't like the fact that his Tyler dude is pulling on those cigarettes, he promises he's going to quit." Steven Rea at the Philadelphia Inquirer.
And finally…
"It sounds like you intended to hate it from the get go. You couldn’t be more wrong. Both my husband and i enjoyed Remember Me. We are in our 40’s, not 14 Twi-hards. We were both deeply affected. It was refreshingly different. My husband actually got teary-eyed and that NEVER happens. i applaud the entire cast who did an outstanding job. Robert Pattinson gave a great performance. The ending was powerfully and respectfully addressed. We found it very moving. The pace was good, the violence was not gratuitous. The relationships were believable and the dialog credible. It made me laugh and cry which is the sign of a great movie." "Lydia" writing in response to a brief and highly negative review at Current Movie Reviews.
Photos: Remember Me (Myles Aronowitz / Summit Entertainment)
Okay, so I have to admit, I am a fan of Rob's as Cedric, Edward, Tyler, or any other role he chooses to play. He fits into this movie just as much as he has with his previous roles. I loved this movie. I'm very touched by it. It is truly an amazing film. I am a 30 year old Twilight fan. Still, I saw Rob's character as Tyler, not as Edward. I believe Twilight fans can and do have the same emotional feelings at the end of this movie as anyone else. 9/11 didn't just effect the US, it effected everyone around the globe. The character I related to the most was Caroline. I grew up with a dad exactly like her's. At least the problems between the two of them get resolved in the end. In real life, problems don't always get resolved. My family has done everything to try to resolve the problems with my dad. He's the only one who refuses to resolve anything, therefore, nothing can be resolved.
Ok, so I have to admit I was not a fan of Robert Pattinson as Edward. BUT what the heck does that have to do with this film???? I hate how everyone thinks that he isn't good for this role because of his Edward persona. He fits into this movie much better than he did in the Twilight Series. Of course that's just my personal opinion.
I honestly LOVED this movie, I'm still very touched by it and not quite able to exhibit my response just yet. It is truly an amazing film… in my opinion anyway.
I'm just beyond being a teenager (though I am a true Twilight fan) and yes, I'll admit, I was thinking about how hot R-Patz looked! But this film blew me away. From the beginning, I remember thinking, there is going to be a reason this is not set in the present day. It was literally moments before it was revelaed that I realised. I think the inclusion of 9/11 enhanced the meaning of the film, and revealed that what we do isn't insignificant, as Tyler questions at the start of the film. 9/11 was unexpected, and to me personally, the sheer injustice was magnified, for I'm sure there were many like Tyler, who never were at the WTC, yet on that day at that time, there they were. More to the fact, that it was the significance and goodness of Tylers final acts that lead him to be there at that time on that day made the ending all the more tragic. Watch this film!
I think a lot of people, when they are slating the ending of the film, are missing what I considered to be one of the main points.
9/11 came from nowhere, nobody expected it and it was truley tragic for everyone – whether they were actually involved or just watching on tv around the world. I for one thought that this film captured that just perfectly.
I really enjoyed the film. It was good to see Robert Pattinson show exactly how good an actor he really is without acting the part of an alread much loved character. I'm so glad I didn't check the reviews before I saw it however, as knowing the ending would have completely ruined the film for me.
love rob hes hot and good i HATE TALOR
FU WOLF MAN
hi i love rp cuz rm was the best movie i seen in my 65 yrs
I have seen Remeber me and I love it and really love it.
And it is far more better movie than half Oscar nomnated!
Please Up in the air?! Or Education? Nothing to this movie!
HI ROB WENT THIS WEEKEND TO SEE RM FANTASTIC JOB I LOVED IT SUCH TALENT WELL DONE I LAUGHT AND CRYED EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS MOVIE WAS VERY GOOD AND I WIL MOST LIKELY GO SEE IT AGAIN. JUST BOUGHT NEW MOON BLUE RAY OF COURSE AND CANT WAIT TO WATCH IT WILL BE WAITING FOR YOUR NEXT PROJECT TAKE CARE HUGS AND KISSES ALWAYS YOUR FREIND NAT TELL KRISTEN HELLO AND I CANT WAIT TO GO SEE THE RUNAWAYS SHES GREAT ALSO XXOO
The acting was not the "best" The script was not the "best" The direction was not the "best", but it all worked to tell a poignant family story. The ending made the movie. It didn't hurt to be reminded. But it did.
Nina listen to yourself!! These people are actors – it is their job to portray people from various walks of life, nationalities, religious beliefs etc. We've had Renee Zellweger play the very British Bridget Jones, Ben Kingsley (British) play Gandhi and the list goes on and on. 9/11 may have happened on US soil but it has affected over 90 nations around the world. I might also add that the US is not the only country to experience horrific terrorist attacks on its soil – bombs on British buses and trains, bombs on Spanish trains, restaurants blown up in Indonesia etc. Unfortunately terrorism has touched the lives of millions of people the world over – not just Americans. I also think you missed the point of the movie – it was not about 9/11 per se but illustrated how fragile and precious life is and how you can never know when your time or that of a loved one is up.
@ Nina I am going to suggest you go "Wiki" the 9/11 disaster.
IMHO people should always check facts before they make sweeping statements.
I am amazed that you state it happened to "Americans". Are you aware that over 90 countries lost citizens when the WTC was attacked.
Yes it happened on USA soil. Yes it was appalling but why do you negate these other countries and their people. Are they so unimportant that they don't rate a mention?
Also why do you make a personal attack on the character of these young people with accusations that you cannot possibly have proof to support.
I was not going to answer your comments but I must say that I am tired of reading comments like yours. If you are not smart enough to get your facts right, or (giving you the benefit of doubt) just too biased, maybe you should not say anything at all.
I cannot beleive that Robert Pattinson or Emile de Raven even considered doing this movie. I am appalled at another Summit Ent stunt. How could you take one of the most serious incidents inl American history do a movie about it and make almost all leads non American? In case you didn't have someone there that you knew let's just recap this. It happened to Americans!!!!!!!!!! Do you think some narcissistic boy like Robert Pattinson cares what happened to this country? His favorite thing to do is get high with Kirsten and then the two of them can make fun of everyone around them. All these young girls will now always think this tragic thing happened to Robert not that it was one of the most defining moments of our history.
I love Pierce Bronson and wish he had turned down this role.
I don't care how many father's continue to shell out money so their little girls can go see Robert Pattinson, he can't act and thank god in two years someone else will be the it guy and he will only be a bad memory!!!!!!!!!!!!!
My God, what is up with these critics? This movie was outstanding and I don't understand how anyone can possibly call it boring or exploitative. If you want boring and exploitative, try some of the other movies that made the top ten this week, including Avatar and Dear John!! This movie is a gem. Rober Pattinson is amazing and an extremely talented actor. Trying to channel James Dean? What rubbish!! He is obviously more than just a pretty face; like Meryl Streep, he actually BECOMES the character he portrays. To anyone reading this comment, I would suggest dis-regarding the critics and spending a couple of hours watching something truly exceptional!
I'm not a giggly teenager. While viewing Remember Me I never once thought, "Gee, that Pattinson is hot." I was engrossed in the unfolding story and in the complexity of the characters. I do wish there had been time devoted to dialogue deepening the relationship with Tyler and Ally, but that is easily overlooked. I found myself pondering the frustations and internalizing the emotions of each of the characters. I laughed. I cried. I related.
Don't listen to the critics. Listen to the public. This movie was subtle, reflective, and beautiful.
… Remember Me was a very touching and moving film . enjoyed it . Great actors. It was more then what I expected.
Remember Me is a heart-felt, well put together film. I felt that all the actors were superb; it was very well cast. I don't think its right to criticize Robert Pattinson for performance. It was great to see him in a role like this, and he really embraced it.
It's a touching story, that everyone can relate to in some way.
I am a 39 year old woman and yes I love the twilight movies. But I must say that when I saw Remember Me, I didn't relate to Edward but Tyler. I think that Robert Pattinson did a wonderful job portraying Tyler and my daughter and I cried like babies at the end due to the emotional aspect of the film.
There is a note at the beginning of this reply section that says RUDE/CRASS/BIGOTED comments will be immediately deleted. So my question is how come some of these so called critics were not deleted?
The movie is a beautiful little film that has a powerful message. Robert's acting was brilliant. It was so much better then expected after the twilight movies. Indeed all the actors played their parts well.
I am not a young person either so I do not fit the teen/twilight fan demographic. As others have said. Go and see it for yourself.
NO ONE should be persuaded by a critic's viewpoint. They have agenda's. I personally would feel insulted if it was suggested to me that I should make up my mind about this movie based on their comments.
I am happy to say I am capable of making my own mind up. Thank God for that.
I do not believe that the ending of the movie was in any way offensive.
What happened with 9/11 was a tragic loss of life seen all around the world practically as it happened. We have the technology to do this now and it magnified the shock and horror of the moment. It happened. Many other horrible things have happened in the world both before and since. Some of them because of this atrocity.
Remember Me does not exploit the situation and it was handled well in my opinion.
Not coming from USA it is the first movie I have seen that has touched on this time. I do not think it is a bad thing for the world to be reminded of the senselessness of this tragedy. I realize that people in NY live with it always and I do not want to demean their loss in any way.
By the way I think If PINKERTON had any class at all he should officially apologize to Pattinson and the cast for revealing the twist in the movie…That you have now ruined for those who just wanted to see what critics think and then have it revealed only a day or more into it being in the theaters, the more and more I think on it I hope you lose your job…I'm sure if enought people wrote to your editor or whatever crappy blog or rag you write for we could see the end to your job…Regardless of peoples decision at the end of the movie you already put it out there. Now that is tragic. Hope Pattinson knows that this is a sign of jealousy to bring him down…Some of the greatest movies ever had poor reviews, but all in all it means nothing…Go see Rememer me..:)
It is more than spiteful to reveal what Pinkerton did..Although those who have seen it and can remove Pattinson from his Twilight films, and see that he is moving a very independent direction which was probably his intentions anyway. Will enjoy a movie without a whole lot of bullcrap and hollywood puff. By the way the what Pinkerton revealed may give away the ending but it does not reveal the power of the casts tangled lives that draws the conclusion that we all live our lives knowing there is tragedy. I'd give the movie 3stars.
Remember Me was a beautifully done movie. You could feel the characters' pain and joy and the yearning for a connection to those around them. The entire cast gets kudos from me. The ending was not offensive. It gave me pause to remember all those whose lives were so cruelly interrupted by that tragic event. They were regular people who were connected to families, friends and co-workers and this movie brought home that they should not be forgotten. A wonderfully touching story. Thank you, Mr. Pattinson, for not only being in this movie but for making sure that is was made.
I have no problem with Pattinson. I think he is a good actor and did a decent job with the crap script he was handed. But I have a bone to pick with the ending. Maybe the screenwriter thought he could carelessly throw 9/11 in at the end because most of Rob's fans are teenagers who were barely alive during the event. But the ending took away any and all of what was earned via good acting to begin with. It was incredibly inappropriate to use such a real and devastating event for the sole purpose of eliciting emotion. 9/11 had nothing to do with the rest of the movie. All people involved in making this movie should be ashamed.
THE MOVIE IS SO BORING AND STUPID, I COULDNT BELIEVE ROB ACCEPTED THE OFFER TO PLAY IN THIS STUPID MOVIE…VERY VERY VERY DISSAPOINTEDDDDDDDD
It appears that a partial reason that the "movie critics" are losing their jobs are because they are out of touch with what the public likes. And why are you so negative. You don't have to like the movie but maybe you can hit on the positives without so much negativity. I am a 55 year old mom with a 22 year old son. I was amazed with this movie. It never lagged, I felt Tylers pain with his father, his love for his brother and his sister. And why in the hell didn't his dad get his priorities right? I felt myself pulled into this movie wanting to yell at his father too. Rob may have brought me to the movie but the story and the acting will bring me back. I was shocked at the ending but not offended. It brings us back to reality that you never know what is going to happen from moment to moment. Critics: maybe you should pay attention to this movie. It didn't feel like a movie but a true life story that could happen to anyone and anytime and New Yorkers know better than anyone. Congratulations to everyone involved in the making of this movie. Not all movies have to be stupid/stoners/drinkers/scifi or sex crazed.
Critics should not hate on Rob becuz he's attractive and talented. These reviews sound person and not objective at all. Remember Me is a really good movie.
I am a fifty three year old woman. Not a fan of teen Twilight or team Edward or Jacob or Bella or whoever. I went to see Remember Me on the opening night. My movie experience went something like this: I got to the theater early with my seventy year old friend. She and I bought our Senior Citizens tickets, then turned around to see the line forming behind us. Almost all teenagers. Just then I started to question our decision to see this movie. I knew the kids would talk, giggle, text, run up and down the isles while I tried unsuccessfully to enjoy the movie.
I was not disappointed for the first 20 minutes of the movie. The kids did as expected, but sometime between the first quarter of the movie and around half way, they settled down. They were as mesmerized as I by the acting of Mr. Pattinson and his entire cast. Three quarters of the way in, we were applauding. Ten minutes before the end you could have heard a pen drop.
BRAVO MR. PATTINSON! You wield a magic wand. The critics are idiots. Especially that Nick Pinkerton. I am extremely upset with him because had I read his review I would missed viewing the gift that Robert Pattinson gave me. I witnessed teenagers shutting their mouths and actually listening. Which in itself is a great feat to accomplish. But I also listened to them talking after the movie. And not one of them said that they got the message to do what you want because anything can happen. I heard them talking about 911 and how it hurt so many American's and how we should never forget!
So….I say to all those critics that are naysayers, Go take a flying leap off the 88th floor! This movie made me proud of American teenagers and that's something I haven't felt in ages. My seventy year old friend thought the same thing and she's been around along time and seen alot in her lifetime. She like myself loved the movie and agreed Barbara Walters about Robert Pattinson reminding her of James Dean, and she loved the message that was conveyed here. Go see the movie for yourself, if you are undecided, don't listen to idiot critics, listen to the Goden Girls! We all loved it!
I am getting so sick of the 9/11 references.
Like that cant be an ending to a movie EVER
If this was anyone other than Robert Pattinson youd be singing its praises.
Ive seen the movie- thought it was very well acted.
Iam not a teenager and am not given in to fits of hysterical screaming when I see Rob on screen,
I base my opinion on the movie itself and suggest that these critics do the same
We can get past the character Edward Cullen- why cant you???
It's funny, my husband and I just watched "Up in the Air" two nights ago and we were both astounded at how high that movie had been lauded. It was fine, an average movie–not horrible, not wonderful, not an entire waste of two hours but definitely, definitely not deserving of the many awards it was nominated for. Then we saw "Remember Me". It was beautiful and moving and well acted. I was far more impressed with the critically bashed film. It just goes to show how worthless movie critics are. I think I'm done reading movie reviews–I'm tired of the sheer amazement I feel every time I wholeheartedly disagree with the "experts."
I am a 46 year old wife and mom from LI N.Y.so this movie hit home for me. I thought it was deeply emotional and real. All the performances were moving and thought provoking. I was very moved by Rob Pattinson's performance and felt he accurately portrayed the somewhat tortured soul in this movie, a very different tortured soul than in Twilight. I too had no problem seeing this character for who he was separate from the Twilight character and I applaud Rob for that. I hope people who don't know him for Twilight(if there are any)see him for the brilliant young actor that he is as this performance did for myself and my husband. I thought the end was tastefully done although I was dreading it as it started to unfold as I could see what was untilmately going to happen,being a N.Y.er and having lived it.Critic are just people with opinons.It's our opinion that should count,not theirs.
I personally love this movie and I am in 50s! The movie is deep and complex and you need to pay attention to totally understand and "take in" this movie. Maybe this is the reason why many critics don't like it as this movie lacks simplicity that apparently is appealing to many Americans. This movie, as somebody wrote above, is refreshing and different and made me smile and cry and moved me deeply. I saw this movie already three times and every time I liked it even more! During my second & third viewing I noticed some new meaningful details that I missed the first time like for example tattoed "Tyler" name on his roomate's right arm at the one of last scenes of the movie. Robert's performance is just brilliant! He is such a fine actor that deserves more prise and credit then critics give him! And as Belle above wrote – Please see this movie – you will not be disappointed!
I saw RM yesterday and it blew me away. I was so immersed in the characters. I felt their pain, their struggle, their heartache. The ending was not in bad taste. All I can say for the critics who pan this movie is either they were high when they saw this film or they are liars – or both. They should move to DC and hang out with the members of the US Congress, all of whom are out of touch. Great job to the cast of RM.
I'm so annoyed at some of these reviews, i was going to see this and they ruined the twist at the end by saying what happens! WTF, your not meant to reveal the twist in reviews! Terrible.
NeNancy/lSlharon/Jamie/BK/eNatlie/Belle I like your comments.I just got back from the theater. I watched Remember me and the story was WONDERFUL! Rob's acting was MAGNIFICENT! you should go watch his movies and prepare to be AMAZED!>good work rob.
I get so sick of critics who only see negative or more accurately find things to be negative about. They might want to remember there has never been a statue raised to honour a critic! Remember Me is an excellent film that is real, where the love scenes exude a genuine emotion and connection between the characters. The dialogue is believable, the scenes of their apartment, the streets of New York etc are real and not glamourised. The tension between Tyler and his father is palpable which speaks of the acting talents of both Robert Pattinson and Pierce Brosnan. All the lead actors embodied their characters and had me both sympathising and empathising with them. I wanted to know their stories. And as to all the hoopla over the ending; it was not in the least offensive. If we listened to the "nay sayers" then we would never have any films that have had as part of their story WWI, WWII, Vietnam War, the sinking of the Titanic or any other major event that involved the loss of lives. Go see Remember Me – you won't be disappointed.
HI ROB HAVENT WENT TO SEE YOUR LATEST MOVIE WILL BE GOING THIS WEEKEND AND CANT WAIT TO SEE IT SOMETHING OTHER THAN MY ALL TIME FAVS TWILIGHT SAGAS. UNLIKE OTHERS MY MIND AND EYES ARE OPEN TO WHAT YOU HAVE IN THE TALENT DEPT. AND AS ALWAYS CANT WAIT FOR ECLIPES TO COME. PLEASE KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK AND DONT FORGET ABOUT THE FANS THAT SUPORT YOU. BEST IN ALL FOR YOU HUGS AND KISSES ALWAYS
all of these critics need to get a life and maybe a new job, or at least open their eyes!!! funny how all they can do is be negative about this wonderful movie, and with Robert Pattinson, however, if they read all the blogs of people that have seen the movie, EVERYONE LOVES IT!!!!! I am a 40yo and yes I am a huge Twilight and more so Rob fan. However, I think Rob played this role very well and brought the character of Tyler to life. I did not think of Edward Cullen once!!! WELL DONE ROB AND THE CAST AND CREW FOR A WONDERFUL MOVIE. I have already seen it twice and will no doubt go again before it leaves the cinemas.
I smell the jealousy, may be Rob needs to look fat and ugly so he won't get these kind of comments, He is new actor not much chnace to play many films before, but he tried hard to prove its no because of his face, why not give encouragment, It sonds like all the teen fans and other fans especialy the women who suport him because of his face, I don't think that way, Twilight would be sucessful because the writer and directer they made the stoy alive, and fans wish that can be true. in our hart, we all have weak and need something to fulfill our needs. this is movie story for. Be kind, if one day that goes back to you, how you fell about it. Rob is young, I see him as a humble person, try to ues jokeing and laughing to hide his nervous, don't push him to become a drugs/drinks hunter like others who were young and can't handdle the presure.BE NICE!
It had a intense love story. I didn't feel confused the whole time due to gaps in the script. Like so many movies these days. Because it told details and details, like reading a book. It was a solid 8 with parts that reached 9/10. I would watch it again…
Boo Hiss!!!
Nick Pinkerton has been added to my movie critics to avoid list. What a waste of my time to read just a paragraph of such an obnoxious spiteful person.